Michele Angelo Rizzi, known for being a loving, goofy, supportive man, passed suddenly on October 29th, 2025. Born on May 4th, 1964, in Bari Italy and passing in Hamilton Ontario at Jurvinski Hospital.

He was a fighter and, though this was a very sudden passing, just know that he was in the arms of family.

Mikey to his wife, Papa to his children, Michele to his parents, Midget to his brothers and Mike to his friends. No matter the name, this was a man who cherished life, had no regrets, and burst into action when called. Mike was strong willed and stubborn at times, but he had an enormous heart and a sense of humour like no other. If you needed something fixed, needed some food, needed "Mike’s Taxi Service" or simply just to rant, complain, and a big bear hug, he was the guy.

Mike is survived by his loving high school sweetheart of 34 years, Tracey Rizzi, their children, Nicholas and Serena, his brothers, Philip and Frank Rizzi, his sister, Rosa Rizzo and his mother, Serafina Rizzi. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins in Canada and in Italy. Mike is predeceased by his father Vito Rizzi.

Mike and Tracey met at a young age and were inseparable ever since. With Mike being the cool extroverted class clown and Tracey the shy kind girl, it was a perfect match. He raised his children to be tough, kind-hearted, silly adults and his spirit will continue through each of them.

Mike's family and friends meant everything to him, and he would want his stories, jokes, adventures, and memories passed on forever.

Please help us cherish and celebrate our Mike.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 4th, 2025, from 4pm to 8pm at Bay Gardens Funeral Home (947 Rymal Road East).
The funeral mass will take place on Wednesday, November 5th, from 11am to 12pm at St. Catherine of Siena (620 Rymal Road East). You are all welcome back at Bay Gardens funeral home for a small celebration of life after the church.

Mike will be cremated with a burial service at a later time. Donations can be made to the heart and stroke foundation or the Juravinski Hospital in his memory.